Officer Injured, Wrestler Revived, NJ Transit Bus Hits Pedestrian: Toms River Patch Week in Review

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The new year swung into action with the reorganization of the Township Council and the swearing in of new school board members Janet Bell (Toms River), Daniel Leonard (Beachwood) and Russell Corby (Pine Beach), and the season's first significant snowfall.

The week also included some disheartening news, as Toms River Police Officer Brett Hansen was injured in an off-duty crash and faces a long recovery, as well as the heroism of coaches, doctors and EMTs who saved the life of a Donovan Catholic wrestler whose heart stopped after he pinned an opponent.

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Toms River Man Threatened To Shoot 'Everyone In Bank' During Pre-Christmas Robbery: Police
The man was identified thanks to tips generated by social media, Toms River police said.

NJ Transit Bus Identified In Toms River Fatal Christmas Hit-And-Run
The investigation into Keith Elliott's death is continuing, authorities said.

How Much Snow Did Toms River Really Get?
Here's the scoop on how much the National Weather Service says fell at the Shore.

Thank God You Pulled Me Over:' Police Receive Note Of Thanks
The writer says she was pulled over for drunk driving in 2014, and the arrest has put her on a better path.

Electrical Short Blamed In Silverton Road Fire: Toms River Fire Official
The fire destroyed a detached garage and left the home uninhabitable.

Pair Busted With 40 Grams Of Fentanyl At Toms River Motel: Prosecutor
The powerful opiate has been linked to an escalating number of overdose deaths, authorities say.

New Year Brings New Bail Rules For New Jersey
Those accused of violent crimes or who pose a danger to others can be held in jail until trial, under new law, state attorney general says.

Toms River To Receive $174K Recycling Grant From State
The state says the funding aims to help towns continue to improve and increase their recycling programs.

Chicken With A Side Of Mosh: Toms River Cluck-U Hosts Metal Band (VIDEO)
This is one of the most unusual concert "venues" you'll ever see, even according to heavy metal media reports.

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